Arty News - February Newsletter

Taupo Art Connection is an inclusive arts group formed to bring independent Taupo region visual artists together. From the professional to the enthusiastic hobbyist, from painters to sculptors and printmakers, the group provides the opportunity for artists and art lovers to socialise, network, share and encourage each other creatively. The group represents a commitment to creating a vibrant, active arts community that benefits artists and ensures a fulfilling arts experience for visitors to the region.

WELCOME TO OUR FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

S T A R T S P R E A D I N G THE N E W S

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From the Chair - Lorraine Cholmondeley-Smith

IMPORTANT - ART TRAIL registration forms on line now. Deadline 20 March!

Please register ASAP to ensure your details are included in the Art Trail Brochure.

To do this, download your Registration Form, submit it to us together with your profile and brochure details and direct debit your $100 entry fee for members and $130 for non-members prior to 20 March (due to printing deadline).

Our advertising includes pockets for our Brochure and DL cards at all ‘ninetyblack’ serviced locations including the Taupo i-SITE (approximately 80!) also NZ Artist’s Magazine and many other ‘art’ outlets throughout NZ.

Let’s get organised early to ensure a successful Art Trail.

T H E P O W E R O F A R T

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A R T I S T S H O W C A S E

This month featuring

Lorraine Cholmondeley-Smith and Garry Ross

Lorraine Cholmondeley-Smith

Taupō’s spirituality and inspirational lake and mountains create a stimulating environment for art. I am inspired by my surroundings their form, mystery and ever changing colour. These forms and colour have taken me on an abstract journey of exploring the spirit world and colour marking. To view more of Lorraine's work click here

Garry Ross

I am inspired by the amazing colours of our natural environment. I love painting in oil as layer upon layer the colours come alive beneath my brush. Whether I am creating an iconic landscape or beautiful flowers my inspiration is always the creative process. To view more of Garry's work visit his web site or follow him on instagram

A R T H A P P E N I N G S

E X H I B I T I O N S T A U P Ō MUSEUM

M A I N G A L L E R Y

March 2 - April 8

Artist demonstrations in the gallery 1pm - 3pm on the following dates:

March 9 , March 16 and April 6

N I V E N R O O M

February 16 - April 1

Click here for the full Exhibition Guide

A R T S T U D I O ' S AND G A L L E R I E S TO V I S I T

in T A U P Ō T H I S S U M M E R

Discover the artisans of the Central Plateau.

Download your studio/gallery guide here

TAC O N - L I N E E X H I B I T I O N

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The TAC Committee is excited to facilitate an On-Line Exhibition for TAC Member Artists. To join the Exhibition: Download your application here

T I M E O U T

Podcasts are a popular pastime, so when you find yourself high and dry why not tune into to something Arty from The Lonely Palette podcast series.
Listen to the podcast that returns art history to the masses, one painting at a time.

Peruse Creative Ripple an online magazine dedicated to promoting and supporting the creative community of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Investigate Creative Compass a new service offered by artist and gallerist Santie Cronje (Deciduus) and gallerist Vicki Fox (Quirky Fox) to help artists grow their skills so they can confidently approach galleries, prepare for exhibitions and promote their work via social media.